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Explore EXODUS, a new sci-fi action-adventure RPG coming soon from Archetype Entertainment, in this epic novel from legendary author Peter F. Hamilton.<BR><BR>Forty thousand years ago, humanity fled a dying Earth. Traveling in massive arkships, these brave pioneers spread out across the galaxy to find a new home. After traveling thousands of light-years, one fleet of arkships arrived at Centauri, a dense cluster of stars with a vast array of potentially habitable planets. The survivors of Earth signaled to the remaining arkships that humanity had finally found its new home among the stars.<BR><BR>Thousands of years later, the Centauri Cluster has flourished. The original settlers have evolved into advanced beings known as Celestials and divided themselves into powerful Dominions. One of the most influential is that of the Crown Celestials, an alliance of five great houses that controls vast areas of Centauri. As arkships continue to arrive, the remaining humans and their descendants must fight for survival against overwhelming odds or be forced into serving the Crown Dominion.<BR><BR>Among those yearning for a better life is Finn, for whom Earth is not a memory but merely a footnote from humanity’s ancient history. Born on one of the Crown Dominion worlds, Finn has known nothing but the repressive rule of the Celestials, though he dreams of the possibility of boundless space beyond his home.<BR><BR>When another arkship from Earth, previously thought lost, unexpectedly arrives, Finn sees his chance to embrace a greater destiny and become a Traveler—one of a group of brave heroes dedicated to ensuring humanity’s future by journeying into the vast unknown of distant space.

Invasion im Paradies!Lawrence hat es in zwanzig Jahren in der Privatarmee eines interstellaren Konzerns nur zum Sergeant gebracht. Sein Job besteht darin, Kolonien zu überfallen und auszuplündern. Aber diesmal hat er die Chance, unermesslich reich zu werden, wenn es ihm gelingt, ein geheimnisvolles Objekt zu bergen - den gefallenen Drachen.Denise ist Kinderbetreuerin in einem kleinen Touristenort auf Thallspring. Sie weiß, dass sie bald wiederkommen werden, die Plünderer in ihren biosynthetischen, waffenstarrenden Kampfanzügen. Aber diesmal wird alles anders werden. Denn die Widerstandsgruppe, die sie anführt, hat einen geheimen Verbündeten - den gefallenen Drachen.Der britische Science-Fiction-Autor Peter F. Hamilton ist ein großer Weltenbaumeister. Mit seinen Serien 'Commonwealth-Saga', 'Chronik der Faller', 'Salvation-Saga' und der Void-Trilogie hat er Millionen von Lesern begeistert.Neuausgabe des Romans 'Fallen Dragon' in drei Teilen, mit einem Vorwort des SF-Bestseller-Autors Joshua Tree.Deutsche Erstausgabe des Romans: Der Drachentempel, 2001.

From internationally bestselling author Peter F. Hamilton comes the first in a new, coming of age trilogy where life on a generation ship takes a turn for the worst when the delicate cycle of life is disturbed... A great read for fans of Alastair Reynolds and Miles Cameron.<BR><BR>THEIR LIFE IS A DREAM, THEIR WORLD IS DYING.<BR><BR>Hazel’s family live a simple life in their village. Just one of the communities on a vast generation ship on a centuries long journey to a new world. 500 years ago the machines stopped working and life since then has been frugal. But everyone plays their part. And when you reach 65 you are recycled – it’s only fair; you can’t work anymore and your resources are needed.<BR><BR>But not everyone is happy. Hazel encounters the Cheaters, a group who refuse to die for the ship. They have discovered the terrifying lie at the core of life on the ship and they will fight for the truth and for the lives of everyone.<BR><BR>Hazel has a choice to make…

'Gloriously imaginative'- SFX Magazine<BR><BR>Explore EXODUS, a new sci-fi action-adventure, in this epic novel from legendary author Peter F. Hamilton.<BR><BR>A fight for freedom among the stars . . .<BR><BR>In a past age, humanity fled a dying Earth in massive ark ships. These searched the galaxy to find a new home. Then one fleet found Centauri, a dense cluster of stars teeming with habitable planets. Now, thousands of years later, Centauri's settlers have evolved into advanced beings known as Celestials - and their great houses rule vast star systems.<BR><BR>As they vie for supremacy, Earth's ark ships continue to arrive, and humans must serve these repressive masters. But is there a better life beyond the empire? Finn is a Centauri-born human and yearns for a brighter future. So, when another ark ship arrives, previously thought lost, Finn seizes the chance to become a Traveler.<BR><BR>These heroes explore the vast unknowns of distant space, dedicated to humanity's survival. And they hope - one day - to find freedom.<BR><BR><BR>Praise for EXODUS: The Archimedes Engine:<BR><BR>'One of SF's most incisive voices. A perfect balance of ingenious ideas and intricate execution. Real big picture Sci-fi'<BR>- Adrian Tchaikovsky, author of Children of Time<BR><BR>'A binge-worthy read from a master of science fiction'<BR>- William C. Dietz, author of Halo: The Flood<BR><BR>'A swift-paced and propulsive narrative . . . a very human story about the desire for freedom'<BR>- Una McCormack<BR><BR>'Science fiction authors don't get much more legendary than Peter F. Hamilton'<BR>- New Scientist<BR><BR>'Packed with gloriously imaginative flourishes, multiple intersecting plotlines and brilliantly realized battle scenes'<BR>- SFX Magazine<BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR>EXODUS is an action-adventure roleplaying game from Archetype Entertainment, led by industry veterans from BioWare (Mass Effect), 343 (Halo), Electronic Arts, Naughty Dog (The Last of Us) and other AAA studios.

The extraordinary second volume in Peter F. Hamilton's space opera masterpiece, the Salvation Sequence.<BR><BR>'Action-oriented hardcore science fiction at its page-turning best' - The Guardian<BR><BR>Fight together - or die alone.<BR><BR>In the twenty-third century, humanity is enjoying a comparative utopia. Yet life on Earth is about to change, forever. Feriton Kane's team has discovered a terrifying alien conspiracy. The supposedly benign Olyix plan to harvest humanity, then carry this apocalyptic cargo to their god at the end of the universe. As their agents conclude schemes down on Earth, vast warships converge above . . .<BR><BR>Some factions push for humanity to flee, to live in hiding amongst the stars. But others refuse to break before the storm. As disaster looms, they must all focus on one goal: wiping the enemy from the face of creation<BR><BR>'Galactic-scale space opera . . . It's audacious, exciting, and funny' - Alastair Reynolds, author of Revelation Space<BR><BR>'Everything readers of Salvation will have hoped for. A series emerging as a modern classic' - Stephen Baxter, author of Time<BR><BR>'A masterclass in tension and spectacle' - Gareth L. Powell, author of Embers of War<BR><BR>The Salvation Sequence<BR>Salvation<BR>Salvation Lost<BR>The Saints of Salvation

Bestselling author Peter F. Hamilton returns to his acclaimed Commonwealth series in this thrilling follow-up to The Abyss Beyond Dreams. Featuring Hamilton's trademark blend of intricate plotting, riveting suspense, high-concept science, and vivid characters, A Night Without Stars brings the story to a fully satisfying finish. After centuries trapped inside the Void, the planet Bienvenido--along with its inhabitants, both human and Faller--has been expelled into normal space. But the survivors are millions of light-years from the Commonwealth, which knows nothing of their existence. As the two races plunge into mortal conflict for sole possession of the planet, the humans seem destined to lose--despite the assistance of the mysterious Warrior Angel, who possesses forbidden Commonwealth technology. With the Fallers' numbers growing, and their ability to mimic humans allowing them to infiltrate all levels of society, it's only a matter of time before they surge to victory. Then, on a routine space flight, Major Ry Evine inadvertently frees a captive vessel that crash-lands on Bienvenido carrying the last, best hope for human survival: a baby. But a far from ordinary one. The child not only ages at a remarkable rate but demonstrates knowledge and abilities far beyond those of Bienvenido's humans. Hunted by Fallers and humans alike, she is a crucial link to humanity's lost past--and a glorious future already almost out of reach. Praise for A Night Without Stars "Roars relentlessly along in utterly mesmerizing style, with edge-of-the-seat plotting, thrilling action, and knife-edge tension that will leave readers gasping. An atomic blast of a yarn. Hamilton in peak form and absolutely not to be missed."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "[An] interstellar adventure with espionage, old-style space exploration, and the story of a fugitive who carries the hope of salvation."--Publishers Weekly "An action-packed page-turner . . . It's a joy to witness such a master of science fiction at work."--SFFWorld Praise for Peter F. Hamilton's The Abyss Beyond Dreams "Incredibly robust and exciting and rousing, sharing flavors of Jack Vance, John Wright, China Miéville, Orson Scott Card, and A. E. van Vogt . . . Hamilton's deployment of lots of grand super-science is utterly deft and convincing."--Locus "Engrossing . . . The characters, always Hamilton's strength, remain as distinctive as ever."--Kirkus Reviews "Everything one wants in sf--great characters, mind bending stuff, adventure, politics, romance, revolution . . . just superb."--Fantasy Book Critic "The work of an author at the top of his game."--SFFWorld